How To Manually Download And Install Android 5.1.1 Lollipop On Nexus 4 And Nexus 5

The tech giant, Google has finally rolled out the long-awaited Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update for Nexus 4 and Nexus 5 smartphone. The updates will be delivered to the Nexus-lineup over-the-air (OTA) and comes with numerous bug-fix and better performance.

Nexus users can download the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update by checking the OTA update in the device settings. To do so, navigate to the Settings >> About Device and select 'Software Update' option to check for OTA update.

The OTA update for Nexus devices will be rolled out in a weekly phase, so for those users, who can't wait to get the update to their device can manually update using ADB sideload method. Here is a guide on how to download and manually install the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop on Nexus 4 and Nexus 5.

Step 4: Connect the Nexus device to the computer and click allow USB debugging on the device.

Step 5: Ensure the device is connected to PC and the serial number of the Nexus is showing as connected device. Or type the following command < adb devices > (without tags) to see the serial number with the name of the device.

Step 9: The command prompt will show the progress of transferring the update to the Nexus.

Step 10: The Nexus will automatically restart, once the update is completed. Now your Nexus device should be running the latest Android 5.1.1 Lollipop operating system.

[Note: This procedure is technical. If the smartphone brick or damaged during the installation process, GizBot cannot be held responsible for any kind of damage for the smartphone. Hence, the user has to perform the installation on their own risk.]